Genetics - It Must Be Genetic

Science Common Core/Essential Standards7.L.2.3 Explain the impact of the environment and lifestyle choices on biological inheritance (to include common genetic diseases) and survival.Information & Technology Essential Standards7.RP.1.1 Implement a research process collaboratively.7.TT.1.1 Use appropriate technology tools and other resources to access information.7.TT.1.2 Use appropriate technology tools and other resources to organize information.7.TT.1.3 Use appropriate technology tools and other resources to design products to share information with others.7.SE.1.1 Analyze ethical behavior (copyright, not plagiarizing, netiquette) when using resources.Learning Objective: Students will understand that….

The environment and lifestyle choices can impact biological inheritance and survival.

Genetic diseases can be inherited.

Day 1 - Research

Brief overview of the project. Instruction on copyright and plagiarism.

Your group will begin gathering information regarding the genetic disorder you are researching. When you are done researching, your group members should be able to explain each of the following about your disorder:

How does the disorder impact the daily life of those who have it? For example, are there physical limitations the person will have to deal with? Are there medications or treatments, diet limitations, or other factors that impact the daily lives of people with this disease?

What are the genetic causes of the disorder? Sometimes there is very specific information available, and sometimes it is more general. If possible, find the specific genetic mutation that causes the disorder.

Is the disorder more prevalent (common) amongst certain gender, racial, or ethnic groups? What are the statistics regarding the disorder's distribution throughout the population.

Is there a test available to screen people for the disorder? How and when was it developed? Who gets screened?

Are there treatment options available to those who have this disorder? What is the expected life span of someone with this disorder?

Are there support groups or associations that have formed to help those who are affected, either the person or their friends and family? What are the names of these groups and how would someone get in touch with them (web site, email address, etc.)?

You can organize this however you want, but it is important to remember that an infographic is a visual representation of your information. It's okay to have some words, but you will need think creatively to be able to visually represent your information.

Before you are cleared to begin working on the final product, you must have a rough draft outlined and approved by your teacher.

Day 5 and 6 - Final Product

You may now go to Easel.ly to begin creating your infographic. Make sure you watch the tutorial video for an overview on how to use the website. This shows you how to add a chart.